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ON TOUR: Turkmenistan – Quietly Remarkable

Turkmenistan is often described as the least visited of the Five Stans, yet it has…

The Moment or the Photo?

When you’re travelling, it’s easy to fall into the habit of photographing everything. Something catches…

Egypt and Morocco: Ancient Wonders and Vibrant Cities

Few journeys capture the imagination quite like Egypt and Morocco. This Maher tour brings together…

ON TOUR: The People of the Five Stans

As Jacky’s journey through the Five Stans draws to a close, one theme stands out…

Real Humans Real Connections: Travel Built on Real Relationships

One of the things people often comment on after travelling with Maher Tours is how…

Linzi Ebbage-Thomas: The magic you won’t find on the brochure

Some tour leaders are exceptionally organised. Some know destinations in remarkable detail. And some have…

ON TOUR: The Craft Traditions of the Five Stans

Travelling through the Five Stans has many highlights, from dramatic mountain landscapes to ancient Silk…

Southern Africa: Where the Scale of the Landscape Changes Everything

Some places feel big in a way that is hard to explain until you are…

ON TOUR: Uzbekistan the Architectural Jewel of the Silk Road

Uzbekistan is often described as the architectural jewel of the Five Stans, and as Elaine…

ON TOUR: Food, Glorious Food!

One of the quiet pleasures of travel is the food. As Jacky and her group…

Exploring Vietnam & Cambodia: From Halong Bay to the Mekong River

It’s in the movement of the streets in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, the…

ON TOUR: Tajikistan – The Stan That Stole Our Hearts

While travelling through Central Asia on our Heart of the Silk Road journey, our group…

ON TOUR: Kyrgyzstan — Jacky’s group begins the journey

While Elaine’s group has been exploring Kazakhstan, Jacky and her travellers have just begun their…

Kazakhstan: a country of contrasts

Our Heart of the Silk Road journey continues, with Elaine travelling through the Five Stans…

An Escorted Tour is Little Like Good Proofreading

A well-run escorted tour is, in many ways, a little like the careful work of…

The Colours and Sounds of Australia

Northern Australia has a way of engaging the senses almost immediately. The colours feel stronger,…

When Plans Change: The Value of Having the Right Team Behind the Journey

Sometimes despite the best laid plans, things change. Flights are delayed, connections are missed, and…

You Are in Good Hands

A great trip feels effortless. The flights connect, the luggage appears when it should, the…

The Britain You Imagine and the Britain You Discover

Most people arrive in Britain with a picture already in their minds. Kiwis have a…

Every City Has A Heartbeat

Feel The Pulse Of South America It might begin with a glass of wine. A…

Jools Hall: I’ll Go Where She’s Going

Jools is one of our treasured tour leaders. She has travelled with our guests to…

Spain & Portugal with Douro River Cruise

Reflecting on our 2025 Spain & Portugal tour, from the grandeur of the Alhambra Palace…

Egypt Elevated

An Egyptologist's Perspective We’re excited to share a special inside look at one of our…

Colours of India

Remarkable journey through India blends timeless history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking wildlife all through India's…

Vietnam & Cambodia with Mekong River Cruise

Reflecting on our 2025 Vietnam & Cambodia Tour, we’re reminded of the timeless beauty and…

Kimberley Cruise Tour

Known for large swathes of wilderness defined by rugged ranges, dramatic gorges, semi-arid savanna, cruising…

Southern Africa with Zambia & Botswana including Victoria Falls & Chobe National Park

Such an incredible tour! The Southern Africa Tour certainly exceeded exectations and and we were…

Wonders of Kenya & Tanzania Safari Tour

In our June tour, we got to experience a true once in a lifetime highlight.…

Japan Blossoms & Sea of Japan Spring Flowers Cruise

Reflecting on our 2024 Japan Blossoms Tour, we’re reminded of Japan’s stunning beautyand its impact…

The tour planning and coverage has been very thorough taking in the different locations and sights with interesting comparisons.

R. Burnett Springtime in Tasmania

When you have reached a "mature" age what better way to travel than to participate in a Maher Escorted Tour! A seamlessly organised, well constructed tour, with all the stress of travel eliminated!

Lousie M Scandinavia & Northern Europe

I loved it all!! A great bunch of folks to travel with and at the right time of year. A totally enjoyable travel and companionable experience, well organised.

SB Southern africa inc. zambia & botswana